As passionate and as divided as food lovers can be about Thai food in Toronto, many will agree that the 20-year-old Golden Thai restaurant has been a staple in this city, offering a versatile and consistent menu. Not only is this restaurant known for its comfortable ambience and friendly service, but also for the aromatic curries and surprisingly extensive vegetarian options. During the week, there is a dedicated corporate contingency, with many companies scheduling regular lunches at the restaurant. One of the classic must-try dishes at Golden Thai is the pad Thai ($10.95). The recipe for this national stir-fried dish hasn’t changed since owner Kiem Thung opened the doors to the restaurant back in 1991. Rice noodles are bathed in a sweet pepper sauce and tossed with egg, shrimp and chicken. The plate is then garnished with ground peanuts and bean sprouts. A vegetarian version of the pad Thai is also available by request.
